Government

Poorer health linked to surge in Reform UK votes, BMJ study indicates

Poorer health metrics, particularly for respiratory and chronic diseases, are strongly linked to a higher proportion of votes for Reform UK, a BMJ Group study suggests. This association surge in reform highlights the critical need for all policymakers to urgently address health inequalities.

Governments accelerate e-visa drive to enrich their local economy

The pandemic's impact on international tourism has spurred the growth of e-visa systems so much that the market will grow by 11.3%

England aims to ban retailers from giving children free vapes

In an effort to address a legal loophole, government ministers have announced measures to prevent retailers from offering complimentary samples of free vapes to children.

Recruitment lacks impact without staff management strategy

An increased focus on staff management and relations by HR decision-makers is essential to recruitment, argues Crown Workforce Management’s Managing Director, Mike Hawkesford.

The UK Government is failing to protect the public from the impacts of gas cooking

Ben Hudson, Head of Insight and Engagement at Global Action Plan, highlights the health, environmental and economic risks of gas cooking and actionable solutions for the UK.

UK government extends Ivory Act to five more at-risk species

The Ivory Act is set to provide greater legal protections to hippopotamus and other species which are at risk, the UK government has announced.

The psychology behind feeling guilty and how it influences government corruption

New research explores the connection between feeling guilty and the likelihood of corruption, such as accepting a bribe.

Local authorities funded £200 million for cycling and walking schemes

The government is funding local authorities across the UK for cycling and walking schemes, to promote healthy travel and carbon emission reduction.

UK Government creates a ‘Net Zero Council’ to support key sectors

In line with the UK’s plans to reduce carbon emissions and transition to a circular economy, the recently created Net Zero Council aims to develop greener practices.

Government’s UKHSA uses mobile networks to track population movement

The public health agency UKHSA has signed deals with mobile networks BT and O2 to track population movement beyond the pandemic.

Mariya Gabriel announced to form next Bulgarian government

EU commissioner Mariya Gabriel has been nominated to be the next prime minister for the centre-right party of Bulgaria, but a political deadlock ensues.

Post-Brexit economy: Where are we now, and where are we going?

Nigel Wilcock, Executive Director at the Institute of Economic Development (IED), discusses the post-Brexit economy, examining the critical economic challenges that have emerged following the UK’s departure from the EU.

Home Office secretly abandoned ban on animal testing for cosmetics in 2019

Court proceedings revealed that the Home Office secretly abandoned the ban on animal testing for cosmetics in 2019, and Cruelty Free International is calling for the government to reinstate the ban.

Improving local government social media strategy

While many UK local authorities have a presence on Facebook and Twitter, improving local government social media strategy is vital to boost user engagement.

Urges for government to rethink Illegal Migration Bill to protect trafficking victims

Organisations working with vulnerable groups state concerns about the UK’s Illegal Migration Bill, noting the adverse effects it will have on human trafficking.

Earth Observation data to be introduced in 35 public sector bodies

Public services like land use, environmental monitoring and emergency response could all be improved with the adoption of Earth Observation data.

UK government’s Cost of Living payment given to 8 million households

The UK government delivers the Cost of Living payment to over 8 million financially vulnerable households, set to receive £301 today.

Advertisements


Latest Academic Articles

The latest academic articles from key research stakeholders